Galápagos National Park Service guide while in the islands. Local G Adventures representative in Quito.

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Quito

Trip Comfort

Budget

Age requirement

12 to 100 years old

Mother Nature's zoo lies in the Galápagos Islands, where an incredibly diverse array of animals live in harmony. On this ten-day sailing adventure through the north, central and south islands, you'll have the opportunity to spot the Galápagos' most unique species. See giant tortoises at the El Chato Reserve, marine iguanas on Floreana Island, and the elusive red-footed boobie at El Barranco. Do it all on the Eden, the latest addition to the G Adventures fleet for a trip that doesn't lack in the comforts you're familiar with.

Starts

Quito

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10 Days

Ends

Quito

Itinerary

Day 1 — Quito

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Arrive at any time.

Day 2 — Quito/Baltra Island

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Take an early flight to the Galápagos Islands. Head to Bachas Beach to see Sally Lightfoot crabs, flamingos and sea lions.

Meals: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Day 3 — Genovesa Island

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Visit Darwin Bay and marvel at the sheer number of birds along the many trails. Head to El Barranco in the afternoon to see the many types of boobies, including red-footed boobies.

Meals: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Day 4 — Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay

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Visit Bartolomé for a guided tour to see the island's dramatic volcanic features. Continue to Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral-sand beach.

Meals: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Day 5 — Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragón

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Search for marine life in the mangroves at Black Turtle Cove by panga, after, spot a variety of birdlife at Cerro Dragón.

Meals: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Day 6 — Puerto Ayora

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Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the highlands of Santa Cruz to try to see giant land tortoises in the wild, then enjoy free time to explore Puerto Ayora.

Meals: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Day 7 — Floreana Island/Punta Cormorant

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Visit Post Office Bay and enjoy guided walks to observe the bird and wildlife and learn about the natural history of Floreana Island. After, snorkel at Corona del Diablo.

Meals: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Day 8 — Punta Suárez/Bahía Gardner

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Enjoy the day on Española Island, one of the oldest in the archipelago. Visit Punta Suárez, known for its amazing bird colonies and home to the waved albatross ( between April and December). After lunch, visit the white sandy beach of Gardner Bay and jump in for a snorkelling excursion.

Meals: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Day 9 — San Cristóbal Island/Quito

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Visit the Interpretation Centre on San Cristóbal Island before flying back to Quito.